HR Administrator

Overview
Dunkley's Accountants are the largest independent Accountant Practice in the South- West. We have strong growth plans and are seeking talented individuals to support the practice to realise these plans. We are seeking a dedicated Human Resources Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in managing HR systems, supporting employee data management, and ensuring smooth administrative operations within the HR department. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals who are resilient, ambitious, have with a keen eye for detail, strong organisational skills, and a passion for human resources.

For the right candidate Dunkley's Accountants we will sponsor you through your CIPD qualification.

If you believe that you have the qualities to be a high performing HR professional, read the job description below and send us a copy of your CV.

The Position

This is a key role in supporting the deliverance of HR services to the business. You will be the first point of contact for HR enquiries and ensure they are responded to in good time for prompt resolution. This position is also instrumental to supporting continuous improvement within the HR function, with input into systems/processes and policies across the team.

You will also support the HR Operations Manager with producing documentation and other ad-hoc project work as and when needed.

HR Administration

  • Ensure HR records and procedures are up to date throughout the entire life cycle of a team member.
  • Support in the onboarding process for new hires, including preparing onboarding paperwork and organise mandatory training.
  • Administer the payroll process, ensuring that joiners, leaver and any other changes are effected as appropriate.
  • Collect and analyse feedback, during exit interviews and generally to continuously improve processes and ensure an exceptional experience from onboarding to ext.
  • Update and maintain databases and records, including managing key indicators such as sickness and maternity/paternity data.
  • Ensure all HR files are maintained in accordance with GDPR guidelines.
  • Complete Right-To-Work in the UK checks in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum, and Nationality Act 2006.
  • Act as the first point of contact for day-to-day HR related queries.
  • Assist in the recruitment process, including posting job vacancies, scheduling interviews and conducting reference checks.
  • Support with co-ordinating training sessions and maintain records of training activities.
  • Any other people related tasks commensurate with this level of position as requested by our Directors and HR Operations Manager.

Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills

  • Be educated to and hold 3 A ‘levels or equivalent qualifications.
  • Hold or be prepared to study the Level 3 CIPD.
  • Have a minimum 1 year’s experience of working within a professional services environment.
  • Have a thorough working knowledge of all Microsoft packages and ideally, although not essential have experience of working within a case management system.
  • Be resilient and have demonstrable ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
  • Be able to form good professional collaborative relationships with clients and colleagues, creating foster a supportive, nurturing and learning environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Pay: £24,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Flexitime
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme
  • Work from home

Work Location: In person

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